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Opening the Chicago Surveillance Fund
From the Pentagon to the Police: The 1033 Project
Use of Force Policy Project
The Weapons of Safety and Security in Massachusetts
Cell Site Simulator Census
120 Articles
Tell us where to request police disciplinary files
We’re releasing thousands of pages of police misconduct records in New York. Let’s open up more nationwide
Six months after the repeal of 50-a, NY police continue to combat the release of disciplinary records
MuckRock has partnered with the USA TODAY Network New York, the Brechner Center for Freedom of Information and Syracuse University journalism students to file more than 600 records requests with more than 400 police agencies in hopes of creating a searchable, first-of-its-kind database with disciplinary records from across the state.
The repeal of New York’s 50-a could be a boon to defense attorneys
Though there are still many open questions about the effect of 50-a’s repeal on problematic police officer transparency, it’s a development that highlights the value access can have for the integrity of the criminal justice system.
Buffalo judge denies police union attempt to block police disciplinary records
Complaints against Buffalo police officers and firefighters — regardless of whether they are unsubstantiated, pending, or involved in a confidential settlement — will remain subject to public disclosure, a New York judge ruled Tuesday.
The MuckRock/MisinfoCon Police Misinformation Tipsheet
Misinformation and disinformation originating from law enforcement sources, which has lately included Antifa raids, brick piles, poisoned milkshakes and more, has sparked considerable interest in the past few months. But journalists who cover the police say this is common — even the rule. Here’s what you need to know and how public records can help.
465 Requests
Completed
109th police academy graduation photos
Brian Waters sent this request to the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council of Vermont
Rejected
2011 applications for Seattle police accountability review board
Phil Mocek sent this request to the Seattle City Council of Seattle, WA
Completed
2020 Special Enforcement Unit Mission Log
Brian Waters sent this request to the New Hampshire State Police of New Hampshire
Completed
Brian Waters sent this request to the Fish and Wildlife of Vermont
Fix Required
Brian Waters sent this request to the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council of Vermont
1 Question
No response from State Department in two years |